"Elder's last outing was just last Friday against the Phillies. Pitching a deep seven innings and only giving up one run and three hits. A pretty solid performance for Elder that unfortunately didn't result in a win (1-2)...maybe this game will make up for it if the Braves get the same Elder that showed up last week, and if the bats are awake and ready."
"Cade Hornton boasts a 2.92 ERA and a whip of 1.19 for this season with a 9-4 win-loss record in his mound appearances. His four-seamer and sweeper are the main stars of the show in his five-pitch arsenal, and just as a rookie, he is already making noise with talks of Rookie of the Year surrounding his name. He arrived in the big leagues in May and was a reliable asset for the team when they needed him."
The Atlanta Braves enter Wrigley Field down two games to the Chicago Cubs and need a turnaround. Bryce Elder pitched seven innings last Friday, allowing one run and three hits, but absorbed the loss. Cade Hornton has a 2.92 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and a 9-4 record, featuring a four-seamer and sweeper among a five-pitch mix and strong post–All-Star Game numbers (6-1, 0.86 ERA). Hornton arrived in May and has been reliable, earning Rookie of the Year buzz. The matchup centers on whether the Braves offense can handle Hornton and capitalize on Elder's form. First pitch is 7:40 p.m. ET at Wrigley Field.
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